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Distance from Bloemfontein to Bethlehem

Bloemfontein to Bethlehem is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 246.5 km in roughly 2 hrs 51 min.

N Bloemfontein → Bethlehem
Road distance
246.5 km
153.2 mi • 133.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
226.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 51 min
Return: 5 hrs 42 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 51 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
86.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 6 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R412.62
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R414.57
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R459.64
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R463.37
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R544.42
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R547.00
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R606.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R611.39
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R716.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R719.74
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R797.99
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R804.46
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 51 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 6 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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246.5 km 2 hrs 51 min
Start Bloemfontein
Finish Bethlehem
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.5 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn left onto West Burger Street
    0.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Zastron Street
    0.3 km
  5. Turn left onto East Burger Street
    0.2 km
  6. Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    3.5 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    0.0 km
  8. Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    7.8 km
  9. Take the ramp straight
    1.5 km
  10. Merge slight right
    94.6 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5
    0.6 km
  12. Turn right
    66.5 km
  13. Continue straight
    70.4 km
  14. Turn left onto Roux Street
    0.2 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 1 toll point from our database.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
123.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 25 min • 1 hr 25 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Bloemfontein → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Bloemfontein
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Bloemfontein → Bethlehem
Bloemfontein Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Gqeberha to East London
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7.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
29.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
46.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein ↔ Bethlehem
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550
Midpoint
123.2 km
Total: 246.5 km
Midpoint 123.2 km
246.5 km 2 hrs 51 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 246.5 km
Return-cycle span 493.0 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 51 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 6.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 123.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.11640, 26.21550
Midpoint -28.48679, 27.13160
End -28.23083, 28.30889
Destination services

Available in Bethlehem

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
  • JetMart
    17 Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Edgars
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ackermans
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Trendy Shoes
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Markham
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ideals
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Bethlehem
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Bethlehem

A polished arrival snapshot covering what stands out, who the place suits best and what to keep in mind before you get there.

Signature Eastern Free State commercial town
Standout Working town with mountain-country access
Best for Who this destination suits
Regional base Working stopover Eastern Free State stay Mountain-country access
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Business addresses, shopping corridors and out-of-town lodges can produce different final drives, so specific routing is more useful than a town-only destination.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bethlehem as an Eastern Free State base for practical overnights, regional business and onward drives toward Clarens and the Maluti side.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional tourism information describes Bethlehem as the commercial centre of the region
It supports shopping, local products and overnight services
The town works well as a practical staging point in the eastern Free State
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Questions 9
How far is Bloemfontein from Bethlehem? +
Bloemfontein is about 246.5 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Bloemfontein to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 51 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Bloemfontein to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Bloemfontein to Bethlehem? +
Taxi may be available, but for this route it is better to confirm the latest fare at the local taxi rank.
What's the estimated fuel amount from Bloemfontein to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R412.62 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R414.57 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R459.64 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R463.37 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Bloemfontein to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. Take a short break about every 2 hours if possible. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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